The Science History Institute Museum is closed for renovations.
The Othmer Library remains open by appointment.
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NEWS

Institute’s Museum Temporarily Closed for Renovations

Extensive project includes a lobby redesign, installation of new exhibition space, and addition of a digital production studio and gift shop.

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DISTILLATIONS MAGAZINE

As Good as Gold

Why do we still study the color of urine?

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OUTDOOR EXHIBITION

Sensational Science: A Century of Microbe Hunters

Our new outdoor exhibition explores the nearly 100-year-old book that influenced generations of scientists.

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FELLOWSHIPS

Applications for 2025–2026 Beckman Center Fellowships Now Open

Researchers can apply by January 15 for various long- and short-term programs, including a new $2,500 fellowship at the British Library.

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We tell the stories behind the science.

The Science History Institute explores lesser-known and overlooked stories from the history of science and technology. We dive deep into the history of scientific successes and failures, with a focus on expanding knowledge and broadening our understanding of how science and society intersect.

Collect. Preserve. Interpret. Share.

Through research, storytelling, public programming, and educational outreach, we reveal how science is embedded in our daily lives.

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